Assistant Psychologist

• Contribute to the community paediatric clinical psychology service, as appropriate and under the supervision of the Lead Clinical Psychologist. To include supporting multi-disciplinary assessment pathways.
• Assist in the development and implementation of research and ethics protocols and projects, and draft papers for publication in peer reviewed journals as required.
• Support the department with regular audit, clinical administration, and service evaluation activities as directed by the Lead Clinical Psychologist.
• Maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping and report writing in accordance with the professional codes of practice of the British Psychological Society and Trust policies and procedures.

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

• We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
• A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Essential

• An upper second class honours degree or higher in psychology which provides a graduate basis for registration of the British Psychological Society.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to vehicle for use during work hours

Essential

• Experience of working to a demanding schedule and capable of completing and finishing tasks.
• Experience of working with children and young people.
• Experience of undertaking observational work with children and young people

Desirable

• Experience of working previously as an Assistant Psychologist would be desirable.
• Experience of completing childhood cognitive assessments and /or other standardised assessments (e.g. WISC)